Hawaii Catholic Herald

Newspaper of the Diocese of Honolulu

Official notices: March 28, 2025

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Bishop’s schedule March 29, 11 a.m., funeral Mass for James Walsh, St. John Apostle and Evangelist Church, Mililani; 5 p.m., Scout Mass, St. Anthony of Padua Church, Kailua. April 1, 9:30 a.m., Bishop’s Administrative Advisory Council (virtual). April 2, 3 p.m., 50th anniversary observance of the Vietnamese refugees’ escape from Vietnam, state Capitol rotunda, downtown […]

Bishop Larry Silva: Lord’s brilliance outshines tragedy, dark days

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Witness to Jesus | Second Sunday of Lent Here is the prepared text of the homily delivered March 16 at the Cathedral Basilica of Our Lady of Peace in downtown Honolulu. Last July, I had the privilege of attending the National Eucharistic Congress in Indianapolis. It was a great experience, but there were two particular […]

St. Theresa School alumni event to aid current students

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Hawaii Catholic Herald St. Theresa School in Honolulu is inviting graduates and friends of the school to its “Alumni Welcome Home” fundraiser next month in Kakaako. The event, for ages 21 and older, will take place April 25 from 5-9 p.m. at Artistry Honolulu on Cooke Street. Tickets, which are $70 presale or $75 at […]

Reflection: A priest’s Lenten journey of conversion and renewal

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By Father Jaroslaw Z. Skrzypek Special to the Herald As we enter the sacred season of Lent, the call to conversion resonates loudly not only within our communities but also within our hearts. It is a time for reflection, a moment to confront our spiritual complacencies and an invitation to grow deeper in our faith. […]

Rough waters strengthen seafarers’ faith

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By Deacon Marlowe Sabater, coordinator of the Apostleship of the Sea Ministry Special to the Herald The first image that comes to mind every time we celebrate the Liturgy of the Eucharist with seafarers is Jesus walking on water. Matthew 14:22-33 tells the story of the disciples hopping on a boat to cross the land […]

Pope Francis leaves hospital, with recovery to continue

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By Cindy Wooden Catholic News Service ROME — Immediately before leaving Rome’s Gemelli hospital after more than five weeks of treatment for breathing difficulties, double pneumonia and infections, Pope Francis greeted hundreds of people who gathered outside the hospital March 23. With a very weak voice, Pope Francis thanked the crowd, waving his hands and […]

A lifetime of service, with no slowing down

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By Catholic Stewardship Consultants www.CatholicSteward.com Marina Pascua has been an essential part of St. Raphael Church in Koloa, Kauai, for many years. In her time spent serving and volunteering at the parish, eight priests have come and gone through their assignments. Through each season, Pascua continues to dedicate her time and energy in vital ways […]

Embracing stewardship can enhance our Lenten journey

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By Catholic Stewardship Consultants www.CatholicSteward.com As the sacred season of Lent continues this month — a time of reflection, repentance and preparation for the resurrection of Jesus Christ at Easter — we strive to grow closer to Christ through prayer, fasting and almsgiving. A frequently overlooked but deeply meaningful approach to enhancing one’s Lenten spiritual […]

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